Visual context for Music Expo At Home starts Friday 15th May. The global landscape of music production education is shifting rapidly to the digital domain, and we have some thrilling news for our community of engineers, producers, and artists. The highly anticipated online conference, **music expo at home starts friday […]
Read MoreAs professional audio engineers, we closely monitor how hardware and software integration evolves to serve modern project and commercial studios. During the trade show season, several major announcements caught our attention, but few are as impactful for desktop producers and studio owners as the summer namm 18: antelope plug-in updates. […]
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Visual context for Try the SOS Full Issue PDF download. As professional audio engineers at SM Mastering, we understand that staying ahead in the music production industry requires constant learning and reference to high-quality educational materials. Sound On Sound (SOS) has long been the gold standard for detailed hardware reviews, […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we love analyzing compact hardware gems, which is why we dive deep into the classic coverage of the modal craftrhythm – synthfest uk 2017 (video). Originally showcased at SynthFest UK, this pocket-sized, DIY 8-track sampler and drum machine grabbed the attention of electronic musicians worldwide. Designed by […]
Read MoreAs music technology continues to evolve, the demand for expressive control in electronic music has reached unprecedented heights. In this article, we delve into the capabilities shown in the roli lightpad block m – synthfest uk 2017 (video) coverage, explaining how this compact hardware controller has redefined the relationship between […]
Read MoreThe digital synthesizer revolution of the late 1980s was defined by the legendary Roland D-50 Linear Synthesizer. Decades later, at SynthFest UK, electronic music enthusiasts witnessed the compact reincarnation of this iconic instrument. In our deep-dive analysis of the roland d-05 boutique – synthfest uk 2017 (video), we evaluate how […]
Read MoreThe hardware synthesis landscape experienced a significant paradigm shift when Tasty Chips Electronics unveiled their dedicated hardware granular synthesizer. In this technical analysis, we explore how the tasty chips gr-1 – debut at synthfest uk 2017 redefined real-time audio manipulation, sample granularization, and hybrid studio workflows for both electronic producers […]
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Visual context for Rocking Fillers 2017. Every seasoned audio engineer knows that a world-class master is built on a foundation of pristine tracking and efficient workflow. At SM Mastering, we often get asked how home studios can optimize their setups without spending thousands of dollars on boutique outboard gear. The […]
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Visual context for B-Side Project launches 2017 Global Remix Contest. As audio mastering engineers, we constantly seek fresh talent and revolutionary initiatives that bridge the gap between technical production and pure musical creativity. In a massive development for independent producers, composers, and sound designers worldwide, the electronic music community is […]
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Visual context for Korg release The Pyjama Cookbook. p>With the recent announcement that korg release the pyjama cookbook, the electronic music community has received an unexpected but highly welcome creative boost. Released by the newly formed Korg Germany—an innovative R&D division of the legendary Japanese synthesizer manufacturer—this free digital publication […]
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